ORANGE PPC4X12 Speaker Cabinet : First impression = buyers remorse
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vespiz
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Current list prices in Finland:
MESA RECTIFIER STD 4X12" 1377
MESA STILETTO TRADITIONAL 4X12" 1377
MESA ROADKING 4X12" 1431
Yeeesh...
Still, our guitarist and I decided that the Krank cab goes and he's going to get a Mesa cab at some point. Probably can't keep both..
Eduardo Apolonia
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Orange PPC4x12 cab 2 week impression:
Still with the X pattern described above, I like this cab a lot more than before. I've had the chance to move it around a bunch and that made a difference. The previous location may have had some acoustic issues that clashed with the Orange. I also played a lot with EQ, making very subtle changes which turned out nice.
For the most part, the cab sounds more focused, forward, and upper mid-range present. I assume it will cut more although I still haven't recorded it or jammed in a band scenario, so I can't vouch for those situations.
However, I was actually able to return it. Not because I was unhappy with it, but because it was actually damaged when I got it. 2 weeks ago, I would have definitely exchanged it for a Mesa, but now I am kind of torn and want to buy the cab again.
Before shipping it off, I did have a chance to listen to it with V30's again, but I think I still prefer the X pattern with the g12t-75's and V30's. The v30 setup sounded more standard as far as current metal goes, but the X pattern setup goes a bit better with my sound (and then again, I can mic either to taste), which could possibly be just a different cup-o-tea that isn't for everybody.
Unfortunately, this time around, I was unable to do this final comparison at super high volumes, which could produce different results. If I buy, the Orange again, I'll start all over!
Man, I want this cab again now... but IT'S SO DAMN HEAVY! A total b*tch to pack by myself and get down the stairs... Totally brutal... To be honest, that's actually this cab's biggest drawback. Be prepared to get help carrying it!
Still with the X pattern described above, I like this cab a lot more than before. I've had the chance to move it around a bunch and that made a difference. The previous location may have had some acoustic issues that clashed with the Orange. I also played a lot with EQ, making very subtle changes which turned out nice.
For the most part, the cab sounds more focused, forward, and upper mid-range present. I assume it will cut more although I still haven't recorded it or jammed in a band scenario, so I can't vouch for those situations.
However, I was actually able to return it. Not because I was unhappy with it, but because it was actually damaged when I got it. 2 weeks ago, I would have definitely exchanged it for a Mesa, but now I am kind of torn and want to buy the cab again.
Before shipping it off, I did have a chance to listen to it with V30's again, but I think I still prefer the X pattern with the g12t-75's and V30's. The v30 setup sounded more standard as far as current metal goes, but the X pattern setup goes a bit better with my sound (and then again, I can mic either to taste), which could possibly be just a different cup-o-tea that isn't for everybody.
Unfortunately, this time around, I was unable to do this final comparison at super high volumes, which could produce different results. If I buy, the Orange again, I'll start all over!
Man, I want this cab again now... but IT'S SO DAMN HEAVY! A total b*tch to pack by myself and get down the stairs... Totally brutal... To be honest, that's actually this cab's biggest drawback. Be prepared to get help carrying it!
ahjteam
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amarshism
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They most certainly do not. I just purchased two brand new orange cabinets for $100 less than one Mesa 4x12.
amarshism
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...says a guy who uses 5150but good you liked the cab
Well there may be a reason for the Boogie use...
I just may have to buy both and be a broke a$$ until I can truly decide.
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